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Sean Maguire
Sean Maguire (born 18 April 1976 in Ilford, London) is a British-American actor and singer, who rose to fame in 1988 when at the age of eleven he took on the role of "Tegs" Ratcliffe on the BBC children's drama '' Grange Hill'', in which he remained until 1991. For a short time after leaving ''Grange Hill'', he played Aidan Brosnan in '' EastEnders''. Maguire has appeared in several feature films and had moderate success as a singer. He is known in the United States for his roles as Donovan Brink on the UPN sitcom '' Eve'', and as Kyle Lendo in the CBS sitcom '' The Class''. Maguire appeared in the second series of '' Scott & Bailey'' as P.C. Sean McCartney. He previously played Robin Hood in ABC's '' Once Upon a Time'', having taken over the role from Tom Ellis. Career At age seven, Maguire played one of the many children in the "Every Sperm is Sacred" musical number in the 1983 film '' Monty Python's The Meaning of Life''. In 1991 he played Simon in the BBC children's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aidan Brosnan
Aidan Brosnan is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera '' EastEnders'', played by Sean Maguire between 14 January and 28 December 1993. A popular character, Aidan is involved in storylines about homelessness, drug-abuse and suicide. His relationship with the character Mandy Salter (Nicola Stapleton) is a dominant storyline in the serial throughout 1993. Storylines Aidan is first seen in January 1993 as a young, Irish, apprentice footballer for "Walford Town FC". When Arthur Fowler (Bill Treacher) notices his talents, he offers to assist Aidan as his coach and keeper. Aidan then moves in with Arthur and his wife Pauline (Wendy Richard). Aidan catches the attention of Mandy Salter (Nicola Stapleton) and it isn't long before they begin a relationship, much to Arthur's concern, as he is aware of Mandy's past misdemeanours. Mandy is a bad influence on Aidan and after persuading him to skip practice, she gets him drunk on tequila and plans to seduce him, until Mark Fowler ( ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Phoenix ComiCon
Phoenix Fan Fusion (formerly Phoenix Comicon and Phoenix Comic Fest) is a speculative fiction entertainment and comic book convention held annually in Phoenix, Arizona. It was founded as the Phoenix Cactus Comicon in June 2002, and originally consisted of a one-day six-hour event held in Ahwatukee, Arizona. The convention plays host to comic related panels, programming events, art contests, and autograph signings for all ages. It is a four-day event (Thursday-Sunday) held during the summer at the Phoenix Convention Center in downtown Phoenix. On Thursday evening prior to the official opening of the event, there is a preview for professionals, exhibitors, and select guests pre-registered for all four days. Originally showcasing comic books, science fiction/fantasy and film/television, and related popular arts, the convention has expanded over the years to include a larger range of pop culture elements, such as horror, anime, manga, animation, toys, collectible card games, vi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sunburn (TV Series)
''Sunburn'' is a British television series that followed the lives of a group of British holiday reps. It was broadcast on BBC One between 16 January 1999 and 1 May 2000, running for two series of six and eight episodes respectively. The first was set and filmed in Cyprus and the second in Algarve. The cast included Michelle Collins, Rebecca Callard, Sharon Small, George Layton and Sean Maguire, with Paul Nicholas joining later. The series was created by Mike Bullen, who was interested in the behind-the-scenes lives of holiday reps after watching the docusoap ''Holiday Reps''. Bullen wrote most of the first series but scaled back his involvement in the second; most of that series' episodes were written by Lizzie Mickery. The series has never been officially released on video or DVD, nor in any digital format. Episodes Series one (1999) *Episode one (16 January 1999) – Nicki Matthews arrives to take over as Janus Holidays' head rep. *Episode two (23 January 1999) – Laura ha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maesteg Town Hall
Maesteg Town Hall ( cy, Neuadd y Dref Maesteg) is a municipal structure in Talbot Street, Maesteg, Wales. The town hall, which was the headquarters of Masteg Borough Council, is a Grade II listed building. History In the 1870s, the local board of health decided to procure a purpose-built municipal building for the town: the building was financed by public subscription with the local member of parliament, C. R. M. Talbot, contributing £500 and the local miners donating a day's wages. The foundation stone for the new building was laid by Talbot, in his capacity of Lord Lieutenant of Glamorgan, on 31 October 1880. It designed by Henry Harris of Cardiff in the Queen Anne Revival style, built by G. Thomas & Sons in rubble masonry at a cost of £3,000 and was officially opened by the chairman of the Llynvi, Tondu and Ogmore Coal and Iron Company, David Chadwick, on 22 October 1881. The original design involved a symmetrical main frontage with three bays facing onto the Market Sq ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dannii Minogue
Danielle Jane Minogue () is an Australian singer, television personality, and actress. She initially gained recognition for her appearances on the television show '' Young Talent Time'' (1982–1988) and for her role as Emma Jackson on the soap opera ''Home and Away'' (1989–1990). Minogue began her music career in the early 1990s, achieving early success with her debut studio album, ''Love and Kisses'' (1991). The album was certified gold by the British Phonographic Industry and included the hit singles "Love and Kisses", " Baby Love", " Jump to the Beat" and "Success". Following the release of her second album, '' Get into You'' (1993), Minogue's popularity as a singer had declined, leading her to make a name for herself with award-winning performances in theatre productions. The late 1990s saw a brief return to music after Minogue reinvented herself as a dance artist with her third album, ''Girl'' (1997), and its lead single " All I Wanna Do". [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Michelle Gayle
Michelle Patricia Gayle (born 2 February 1971) is a British singer, songwriter, actress and writer. Gayle had success as a Contemporary R&B, soul and R&B singer in the 1990s, having achieved seven top 40 single (music), singles in the UK Singles Chart. These include "Sweetness (Michelle Gayle song), Sweetness" and "Do You Know (Michelle Gayle song), Do You Know". She released two top 40 albums through RCA Records but they parted company in 1997, and although Gayle has recorded other albums, they have not been released. As an actress, Gayle is known for her work on television, in particular playing Hattie Tavernier in BBC's ''EastEnders'' from 1990 to 1993. She has also had various roles in film and theatre and played Belle (Disney), Belle in the West End musical ''Beauty and the Beast (theatrical production), Beauty and the Beast'' in 1999. She has taken part in several celebrity-based reality television shows, and, in June 2007, she became a panellist for ITV (TV network), ITV's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Peter Andre
Peter Andre (born Peter James Andrea, 27 February 1973) is an English-Australian singer and television personality of Australian descent. Andre gained popularity as a singer, best known for his singles "Mysterious Girl" and " Flava". He is also known for appearing on the third series of '' I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!'', and the thirteenth series of ''Strictly Come Dancing'', in which he was partnered with Janette Manrara. During his time on ''I'm a Celebrity'', Andre developed an on-screen romantic relationship with fellow contestant Katie Price. Andre and Price were married two years after the show's finale; they had two children, and together they released the album '' A Whole New World'' (2006), before divorcing in 2009. In 2009, Andre released the album ''Revelation'', with the single " Behind Closed Doors", which reached No. 4 on the UK Singles Chart. He followed it up with his seventh studio album '' Accelerate'' in 2010. Early life and music career Andre wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
East 17
East 17 are an English pop boy band started by Tony Mortimer, Brian Harvey, John Hendy, and Terry Coldwell in 1991. As of 2020, the group consists of Coldwell, Robbie Craig, and Joe Livermore. East 17 have undergone multiple lineup changes, with Coldwell remaining the only constant member. The group has achieved eighteen top-20 singles and four top-10 albums, and they were one of the UK's most popular boy bands during the early to mid-1990s, aided by strong tabloid interest in their 'bad boy' image, compared to the 'clean-cut' image of rivals Take That. Their style blended pop and hip hop in songs such as " House of Love" and " Let It Rain". East 17 have sold over 18 million albums worldwide and according to the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), they have been certified with sales of 1.8 million albums and 2.6 million singles in the UK. Their biggest hit, "Stay Another Day", was the UK Christmas number one in 1994. The group continues today under the lineup of Terry Co ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Let Loose
Let Loose is a British pop trio, with Richie Wermerling (born Richard John Wermerling, 11 May 1968 in Whitechapel, London) on lead vocals and keyboards, Rob Jeffrey (born Robert George Edward Jeffrey, 30 November 1967 in Romford, East London) on guitars and backing vocals, and Lee J. Murray (born 14 May 1970 in Edgware, Middlesex) on drums, percussion and backing vocals. The reformed line-up was due to tour the UK on the "Another Time, Another Place" arena tour in November 2014, but the tour was cancelled only two weeks after tickets went on sale. History The band initially had minor success in the UK Singles Chart with two of its first three singles, " Crazy for You" (#44) and "Seventeen" (#44). They also released "Face to Face" which was withdrawn from sale by their record label. "Crazy for You" was re-released in the UK, entering the UK Singles Chart at number 24, and climbing to finally reach number 2. The success of "Crazy for You" led to a remix of "Seventeen"; the track ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ultimate Kaos
Ultimate Kaos (stylised as Ultimate KAOS) were a British boyband from the 1990s, who were formed by Simon Cowell. Its original members comprised Jomo Baxter, Jayde Spence, Ryan Elliott, Nick Grant and the then 9 years old Haydon Eshun. Career In 1992, the band were originally known as Chaos, but their only single issued under this name was a cover version of the Michael Jackson song " Farewell My Summer Love". Before they released the single, they were Sinitta's backing dancers, as Sinitta at the time, was dating Cowell. Haydon Eshun had previously appeared on Michael Barrymore's TV programme showcasing British talent. Ultimate Kaos found success early on with hits such as "Some Girls", following their support to Take That on their 1994 UK tour. The Ultimate Kaos fanbase spread into Europe and brought them hits in Germany, Austria, Sweden, France and Belgium. At one point, during the height of their success, they were featured on BBC Television's ''Top of the Pops'', when the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Deuce (band)
Deuce were a British pop group that found moderate success in the mid-1990s. A two male, two female quartet, they released four Top 30 singles in the UK charts during 1995 and 1996, before splitting up in 1997. Career The band was formed in 1994 by Tom Watkins, who had managed the Pet Shop Boys, 2wo Third3, Bros and East 17; and Kelly O'Keefe who was doing work experience in his office. He admired her distinctive vocals, style and kitsch sensibility, and they decided to put together a boy/girl band with O'Keefe as lead vocalist. O'Keefe was a student of The BRIT School, studying music, and recruited her school friend Lisa Armstrong, a dancer. Watkins then discovered Craig Robert Young and Paul Holmes and the group were formed. Their debut single, " Call It Love", entered the UK Singles Chart at number 21 on 21 January 1995 and climbed to a peak of number 11. The follow-up "I Need You" was entered into the UK's pre-selection show for the Eurovision Song Contest but cam ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Backstreet Boys
Backstreet Boys (often abbreviated as BSB) are an American vocal group consisting of Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, AJ McLean, and cousins Brian Littrell and Kevin Richardson. Lou Pearlman formed the group in 1993 in Orlando, Florida. The group rose to fame with their international debut album, '' Backstreet Boys'' (1996). In the following year, they released their second international album '' Backstreet's Back'' (1997), along with their self-titled U.S. debut album, ''Backstreet Boys'' (1997), which continued the group's success worldwide. They rose to superstardom with their third studio album '' Millennium'' (1999) and its follow-up album, '' Black & Blue'' (2000). They also released a greatest hits album, '' The Hits - Chapter One'' (2001), with a new single, " Drowning." After a two-year hiatus, they regrouped and released a comeback album, '' Never Gone'' (2005). After the conclusion of the Never Gone Tour in 2006, Richardson left the group to pursue other interests ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
